600+ Earth observation satellites are constantly keeping an eye on us from space – is there a commercial opportunity in Earth watching, and how can companies play in this space?

The Earth observation satellites are orbiting our planet, collecting data and images, as well as monitoring and tracking changesIn eight executive briefing series, Arthur D. Little shares key insight into the commercial opportunity in Earth observation and how companies can play and win in this space. We look into:

What is Earth observation, and what are its key applications?

What is driving the interest in Earth observation, and is there a commercial opportunity?

Where is the sector headed?

How to ride the Earth observation wave and win?

Next edition: Earth observation applications

Analytical solutions based on Earth imagery are used across a wide range of industries, promising high impact and disruptive changes

Companies are building analytical services based on Earth observation imagery, with different applications across industries

Defense and government applications are still a key source of demand; however, use cases in other industries (insurance, commercial, etc.) are gaining traction